Network Administrator

We are in search of a Network Administrator for our Leidos engineering capability. The successful administrator will have a full understanding of the principles of networking and will have prior experience as a Network admin on a major programme involving accepting and integrating deliveries from suppliers.

Are you ready for your next career challenge?

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams in the UK to address some of the most complex problems in defence, government, safety and security, and transportation. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

https://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe

As a Network Administrator in Leidos you will be working on one of our key programs delivering support on a complex and ever changing MOD system.You will be working on a system that is directly involved in ensuring the National Security of the UK. Using your experience in Network administration, you will be responsible for working with customers to triage network faults and ensure user connectivity is maintained.

What you will do

Your primary responsibility will be to triage and maintain a small but complex network which incorporates multiple technologies with a focus on the security and stability of the network. The actual work you will perform consists of a blend of operational support alongside specific project activity. Keeping an eye on the technology landscape is essential too - identification of new and relevant technologies to solve problems and make improvements is part of the job.

• Proven hands-on network administration experience.


• Understanding of TCP/IP model.


• Hands-on experience with monitoring, network diagnostic and network analytics tools.


• Solid analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Familiarity with Firewall technologies to include Cisco ASA and Palo Alto.


• Experience with Cisco Call Manager administration.


It would be nice if you had:

• OpManager and PRTG skills


• Familiarity with Solarwinds Kiwi toolset.


• Knowledge of JSP440 security guidelines.


• Experience of working with industry partners and platform integrators to support platform integration and installation.
  
  Leidos UK & EUROPE (http://www.leidos.com/company/global/uk-europe) - we work to make the worldsafer,healthier, andmore efficient through technology, engineering andscience.


Leidos is a growing company delivering innovative technology and solutions focused on safeguarding critical capabilities and transformation in frontline services, our work in the United Kingdom includes addressing some of the most complex problems in defence, healthcare, government, safety and security, and transportation.

What Makes Us Different:

Purpose: you can use your passion and abilities at Leidos to keep the people you care about safe. We are at the forefront of machine learning, AI, cyber security and solutions. Using your skills in the technology frontline by helping to build a safer world. You can inspire change.

Collaboration: having flexibility to do your job is one of our core benefits, enabling you to become part of our extraordinary team. We have been empowering our people to work flexibly for years. Whether you work from home, the office or on customer sites, we will give you the digital tools and the flexibility to work smarter and align your needs and ours.

People: Leidos empowers people from every background to be themselves and gives you the tools to learn new skills by enabling growth whilst developing . We believe that extraordinary people need opportunities to grow, to be inspired and to inspire others. At Leidos, we invest in technical academies, career rotations and a career development plans that enhance your future.

At Leidos we are PASSIONATE about customer success, UNITED as a team and INSPIRED to make a difference. We offer meaningful and engaging careers, a collaborative culture, and support for your career goals, all while nurturing a healthy work-life balance.

We provide an employment package that attracts, develops and retains only the best in talent. Our reward scheme includes:


• Contributory Pension Scheme



• Private Medical Insurance



• 33 days Annual Leave (including public and privilege holidays)



• Access to Flexible benefits (including life assurance, health schemes, gym memberships, annual buy and sell holidays and a cycle to work scheme)